Pharmacy Technician

SWLA CENTER FOR HEALTH SERVICES

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Pharmacy Technician

DEPARTMENT : Pharmacy

SUPERVISED BY : Pharmacy Director

SUMMARY :

Pharmacy Technician will assist the pharmacist in the preparation and distribution of medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient and pharmacy records in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as pharmacy policies and procedures. Pharmacy technician activities are performed under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :

• High school graduate or GED certificate
• Successful completion of Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Successful completion of Pharmacy Technician Certification National Exam.
• Must be Louisiana Board of Pharmacy licensed to practice and complete a minimum of one ACPE unit approved ACPR or CPE, or ten (10)hours of continuing education each year as a prerequisite for annual renewal of license.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Possess the ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to work on multi tasks simultaneously.
• Have the ability to use various types of pharmacy equipment and instruments.
• The employee must show excellent human relation skills and be able to communicate with a wide variety of educational and cultural backgrounds. Must be culturally sensitive.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively all levels within the centers and community.
• Possess excellent math abilities.
• Present a professional image and the ability to maintain the highest level of quality patient and community relations in representing the foundation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

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